Wednesday, November 19, 2014

Farewell Cissy

Karen Jo: This is the last picture I took of Cissy and I'm glad she was out of her cave. I was going to write a really upbeat post about Cissy. She was moving around the house more and Monday morning I woke up to find her sleeping on my feet. I had noticed that her abdominal muscles were working in an unusual manner on Sunday, but I thought she was working a hairball through or something. Monday afternoon it became apparent that she was having difficulty breathing, so I called the vet and had her taken in on an emergency basis. Her chest cavity was full of fluid. She had only 1/4 breathing capacity. The vet said she had the equipment and training to drain Cissy's chest, but she had only done it once before and fatal stuff could go wrong. I told her to go ahead since Cissy was so bad already. The vet came out again a few minutes later to tell me that Cissy had gone into cardiac arrest and I told her to just let Cissy go. The vet had just set Cissy up for another x-ray so she could be sure of the best place to put the needle when Cissy decided that it was Rainbow Bridge time. Brody was probably calling her.

I missed Herman's remembrance day, which was Veteran's Day, so I thought I would just add it on here. I was sad and lonely after my Mother's death and I found a notice of a cat who was sad and lonely and desperately needed a forever home. He was FIV+ and FeLV+ so no one would adopt him. I went to see him and it was love at first sight for both of us. Herman got lonely for feline company and I heard about Emma and brought her home. I have written many times about how they didn't get along, but most of the time they sort of got along. There always seemed to be a truce at the buffet. They greeted Cissy at the Bridge.

Austin was also there to greet her and ask how his buddy Rocio was getting along.

Of course Brody ran to greet her. I am sure they were both thrilled to be reunited.

On another note, Tabitha went to the vet for her first rabies shot and checkup. She is 100% healthy and needs another FeLV test when she turns one, as she may be fighting it off now, as the vet noticed some activity in her lymph system. Go, Tabitha!

63 comments:

Oh, Karen Jo, I'm sorry. I'm so sorry. I don't know where you get your strength and inner resiliency, with so much loss, but I admire it tremendously and am, in truth, a bit envious of your ability to deal with so many passings. Bless you for adopting them and loving them. Lots of hugs and Universal Light to you all.

We're sorry to hear that your sweet Cissy has gone to Rainbow Bridge and know she will leave a big hole in your heart. We are sending purrs and prayers to you and your other furries.Luv Hannah and Lucy xx xx

Fly free sweet little Cissy, you couldn't have lived with a more caring person than Karen-Jo. Have fun at The Bridge and keep an eye on those left behind.

Karen Jo and all the kitties, we send you so much love and many purrs, we are so sorry that Cissy left. Your heart is as big as the universe. To give these kitties a wonderful home filled with care and love is no mean feat. Take good care of yourself too

Oh, sweet Karen Jo we are so sorry to hear that your precious Cissy had to run to The Bridge. We are keeping you in our thoughts and leaving you lots of warm, gentle hugs, purrs, prayers and nose kisses. Mumsy, Pooh and family

Karen Jo you are my hero for giving your love and care to cats who are positive FIV and FeLV. My Cuzin Leo's Dad Dave also gave a home to several cats over many years who were positive. He had to stop because it became so heart breaking. You and Dad Dave are wonderful cat guardians. I am so very sorry for Cissy's need to make her journey to the Bridge.

KarenJoI am so very sorry to hear of Cissy's passing. How lucky she was to have found a home with your amazing love.You are in my prayers, always, not that a person like you needs help being in the sight of The Lord.

Please accept our condolences at the loss of your Cissy. Mom says that it is exactly how the first kitty she and Dad had went to the RB. It was a long time ago, and we didn't know him. We know Cissy (along with all your other fur babies) will remain in your heart always. XOCK, Lily Olivia, Mauricio, Misty May, Giulietta, Fiona, Astrid, Lisbeth and Calista Jo

dearest Karen Jo....were are dreadfully sorry to read about your sweet girl Cissy leaving for the bridge...I hope that the many memories she brought into your heart will comfort you at this time and the many dark days ahead...we care so much at the cozy cottage for all of our dear old friends in the CB...Hugs and soft purrrrs Karla

We are so sadden to learn of Cissy's unexpected passing. We felt so positive about Cissy because her health seemed to have improved lately. I had 3 of my cats died last year all of unforeseen medical emergencies. I understand what it is like to lose another member of your kitty family & to have to make a decision to let Cissy go. You did the best you could for her in a difficult situation. Cissy was so fortunate when she found her forever home with you & the other Felv+ kittys. I'm sure Brody was the first to greet Cissy when she crossed the bridge. You are in our thoughts & prayers Karen Jo.We are glad to hear that Tabitha is doing well. She is such a sweet kitty.

We are so, so sorry to hear this sad news about Cissy. Sending you our gentlest purrs and much love...you have written a beautiful and sweet tribute to your special Herman. We know that all your special Angel kitties are together at the Rainbow Bridge.

Oh my goodness it sure is a time for lots of friends meeting at the rainbow bridge. Hugs to you for Cissy. She knew it was time to go. Thank you for coming by to say goodbye to Beau Beau. We wonder what they are all up to and what mission they are on over that bridge... :-)

Firstly, GO TABITHA - this is so positive to hear. Good news warms every heart.

and now Cissy, our grief is with you. This is a tough time and we know you loved cissy very much. Your vet was good and kind and did her best but when a cat says I'm going - they go don't they - right.